“Snow is falling outside and all is peaceful and still. In such moments it is possible to believe that the world could still be good.” – Richard Paul Evans snow falls from the sky paves ground for magical fun not just for children * * * Winter’s Charm ~ Though the white and drifted snow, … More Magical Fun
“Moons and years pass by and are gone forever, but a beautiful moment shimmers through like a ray of light.” — Franz Grillparzer floating gently past shimmering hues of color bubbles filled with dreams * * * Glass Act ~ Master Glassblower, Jeffrey P’an of Mystic, Conn., decorates a Florence Griswold Museum holiday tree with … More Shimmering
“Time is a daunting thing; it’s inescapable. Some moments pass unobserved and others stay with us, remaining frozen, lasting a lifetime.” — Jacqueline Simon Gunn wrapped in silence motionless fragments of life frozen memories * * * Frozen ~ John Henry Twachman’s painting “Connecticut Shore – Winter” and motionless sailboat model set the mood of peaceful … More Moment in Time
“God gave you a gift of 84,600 seconds today. Have you used one of them to say thank you?” — William Arthur Ward seconds tick away countdown of daily blessings timely reflection * * * Making Minutes Count ~ Hands of Scottish train station clock serve as pointers to both passing and approaching time • … More Gratitude
“Out of the crooked timber of humanity, nothing completely straight was ever made.” — Isaiah Berlin once crooked tree limbs offer foothold to climb sky shiver me timbers! * * * Ship’s Rigging ~ Ready to face the wind • Photo and “Foothold” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor © 2022
“The difficulties you meet will resolve themselves as you advance. Proceed, and light will dawn, and shine with increasing clearness on your path.” — Jim Rohn move forward to light footsteps trample dark shadows future brightens * * * Shadowed Path ~ Down Edge Lea Road • Photo by Janet Spencer King • “Clarity” haiku … More Optimism
“One must always maintain one’s connection to the past and yet ceaselessly pull away from it.” — Gaston Bachelard bridge above water schooner in bay with cruise ship spanning the ages * * * Newport Bridge spans Narraganset Bay, filled with craft from 80’ coasting schooner Aquidneck to 848’ cruise ship Norwegian Sun • Photo … More Connection
“How beautifully leaves grow old. How full of light and color are their last days.” — George Burns summer spill over branches dripping copper leaves will line my pockets * * * Copper Beech • Grand old tree lives up to its name • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Treasured” haiku poem by Mary O’Connor … More Treasured
“We need to elect leaders who have a strong moral compass. Leaders who are honest, straightforward, and tough — with a love of justice — and fair play. ~ Ed O’Neill Democracy’s strength maintaining moral compass true north leadership * * * Voting Guide ~ Pointing towards poles of fair play • Photo by Jan … More Election Day
“Time unfolds beauty, wonder, and mystery to reveal the auspicious tapestry of life.” ― A.D. Posey nature’s creation tapestry beyond compare carpet of prayer * * * Nature’s Tapestry ~ Forest floor carpet • Photo and “Tapestry” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2022
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 